Chinese Simplified Word · Native
万事开头难
the beginning is the hardest part
Pronunciation: 万事开头难
Meaning
A natural Simplified Chinese expression used to convey: the beginning is the hardest part.
Example
先写第一段吧，万事开头难。
Write the first paragraph; the beginning is the hardest part.
Practice tips
- Practice 万事开头难 out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Chinese Simplified word is for native-level learners.